Works for
CleansingLauric acidCan be harsh
“Natural EX Yoquinin Soap”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Alcohol, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Lauric acid~7.6–9.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinHordeum vulgare seed extract~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Hordeum vulgare seed extractPaeonia suffruticosa root extract~2.3–2.9%
Piper longum fruit extract~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycyrrhiza glabra leaf extract~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can be effective for calming down inflammation and lightening the skin, but the effectivenss in products can vary significantly based on the extract quality and concentration used
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra leaf extractSapindus mukorossi peel extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain saponins. Might have anti-bactrial and anti-oxidant effect in skin. Also can be used to help oil and water mix together
More about Sapindus mukorossi peel extractOlea europaea fruit oil~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilTocopherol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTrehalose~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseAlcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholKaolin~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinCitric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTitanium dioxide~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideIron oxides~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesPeg-9m~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolBentonite~0.3–0.55%
Polyquaternium-7~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Polyquaternium-51~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Glycerylamidoethyl methacrylate/stearyl methacrylate copolymer~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ultramarines~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus paradisi peel oil~0.2–0.4%
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCalendula officinalis flower oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that might have an antibacterial and some antioxidant effect. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Calendula officinalis flower oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilOriganum majorana leaf oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Mentha piperita oil~0.2–0.35%
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilVetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coriandrum sativum fruit oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that is used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Coriandrum sativum fruit oilIngredient list view
Unknown, Water, Lauric acid, Glycerin, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Piper longum fruit extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra leaf extract, Unknown, Sapindus mukorossi peel extract, Unknown, Olea europaea fruit oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Tocopherol, Trehalose, Alcohol, Kaolin, Citric acid, Titanium dioxide, Iron oxides, Peg-9m, Butylene glycol, Bentonite, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-51, Glycerylamidoethyl methacrylate/stearyl methacrylate copolymer, Ultramarines, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus paradisi peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Calendula officinalis flower oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Origanum majorana leaf oil, Mentha piperita oil, Cymbopogon martini oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Coriandrum sativum fruit oil, Unknown
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| HollywoodNatural EX Yoquinin SoapYOUR PRODUCT | MUJIMild Moisture Face Soap | NACIFICFresh Teatree Soap | JAPANORGANICDo Natural Clarifying Creamy Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 36% |
| Price | — | $23.50 | — | $26.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Lauramide Dea | Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3The treatment of atopic dermatitis with licorice geltandfonline.com
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- 6Analysis of the bioactive components of Sapindus saponinssciencedirect.com
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